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Handforth to Ipswich Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Handforth to Ipswich? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 24.710, with average prices for this route around BHD 59.270.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 11
Sat, Jul 12
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Sun, Jul 13
From BHD 26.490
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:30 Handforth	09:36 Ipswich	9h 6m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:55 Styal	10:06 Ipswich	4h 11m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:15 Handforth	11:28 Ipswich	5h 13m, Changes required		Find Tickets
07:03 Handforth	11:05 Ipswich	4h 2m, Changes required		Find Tickets
07:05 Styal	11:39 Ipswich	4h 34m, Changes required		Find Tickets
08:00 Handforth	12:05 Paris	4h 5m, Changes required		Find Tickets View More Trains

Handforth to Ipswich Train Route Details

First train

00:30

Last train

23:58

Departure station

Handforth

Arrival station

Ipswich

Journey time

3h 58m

Distance

269 km

Price

BHD 24.710*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Ipswich

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Handforth to Ipswich can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Handforth to Ipswich, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Handforth to Ipswich ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Handforth to Ipswich more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Handforth to Ipswich Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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